Mental Deceptions - Rick Maue 2 Volume Set

Description

Signature effects and unreleased gems from one of mentalism’s great innovators.

Despite over four decades of magic and mentalism experience, Rick Maue has always managed to remain a bit elusive…until now! On this DVD set, Rick presents a number of his signature pieces, as well as several unreleased items, with many of the effects coming from his working repertoire.

What’s more, no sleight of hand is required. Rick calls it VdM Magic – material that’s so technically easy that the Venus De Milo could perform it! In other words, everything is well within the technical reach of every performer.

You’ll also be able to step inside the mind of Rick Maue during informative interview segments conducted by magician Francis Menotti. You’ll see for yourself why Marc DeSouza once asked Rick, “Why is it that when I see you lecture, I feel like I am watching a mad scientist at work?”

Here’s what you’ll see and learn on Volume One:

Heads & Tales – Rick’s opener…but much more than a simple coin toss. This is the way that Rick has set the tone for his stage show for more than a decade.

Group Dynamic – A versatile routine that plays as strong in a living room as is does in a large theater.

Reverse Roulette – Rick’s closer for many years, a Poison Roulette routine with an unusual twist.

The Hole Card – A simple and quick poker-themed piece for platform or stage.
Mixed Emotions – A strong effect that also teaches a powerful way to read minds from across the room without ever having to touch anything!

Body Language – An anytime/anywhere chair routine, and everything that you need fits in your pocket (except for the chairs, of course!)

Focused Thoughts / Dichotomy - A couple of basic card effects that are used to illustrate several versatile, yet simple, techniques.

FATE? – A strong effect involving four audience members and a number of powerful payoffs. One of Rick’s most popular creations.

In The Neighborhood – A simplistic version of “Out of This World”…but it doesn’t use playing cards!

Abstract Extraction (Francis Menotti) – A strange effect that make brainwaves visible to the human eye.

Defining The Difference – A strong bit of mentalism that demonstrates the difference between a magician and a mentalist.

Focus / Sixth Sense Symbols – A three-phase routine that looks and feels like real mind­reading. It appears impossible, because it almost is…unless you know the secret.

The Journey – A stand-up piece that has fooled some of the best minds in mentalism. It’s strong and versatile, and like almost all of Rick’s
creations, everything that you need comes from a regular office supply store.